{"product_id":"gibson-custom-shop-murphy-lab-1959-les-paul-standard-reissue-ultra-light-aged-lemon-tobacco-fade-chucksclusive-922068","title":"Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue - Ultra Light Aged Lemon Tobacco Fade - CHUCKSCLUSIVE - #922068","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe Height of Custom Shop Craftsmanship Gets a Fade - The Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue in Ultra Light Aged Lemon Tobacco Fade - CHUCKSCLUSIVE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gibson Custom Shop's 1959 Les Paul Standard Reissue is not just a tribute to the priceless original models. Gibson maps and clones the iconic build, starting from laser-scanned dimensions to chemically-recreated plastics to color-matched shades of each sunburst. Every element of the original can now be rendered in unbelievable detail. This threshold represents the culmination of decades of work by Custom Shop's expert team - a tireless quest to bring accuracy and authenticity to the hands of fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin's was founded in 1958 and saw our early successes while the original versions of these Murphy Lab Les Pauls were leaving Gibson's shop. Much like the Gibson Les Paul, Chuck Levin's continues to grow as a legend among serious musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCelebrating our 65th Anniversary and our shared history together, we've partnered with the Gibson Murphy Lab to bring you this collection of amazing instruments, built in the same way that they were then, back when Chuck Levin's was just a small music shop in the middle of DC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlim '59 Carmelita Neck Carve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-Picked Top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMurphy Lab Ultra Light Aged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExposed Zebra Coils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Fade\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the definition of cool, and it's the best representation of the 1959 Les Paul Standard since the Gibson Custom Shop began making Historic Reissues over twenty-five years ago. Starting from there, this striking model incorporates some pretty special features, including a proprietary shading spec'd for Chuck Levin's, along with the Murphy Lab's subtle touch, to lend the perfect amount of authentic aged qualities you'd expect on such a treasured find from that era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Shape: Les Paul\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop: 2-Piece Figured Maple, Hide Glue Fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack: 1-Piece Lightweight Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRouting: Carmelita Tilted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: 1-Ply Royalite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight Relief: None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer Gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Solid Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfile: '59 Carmelita Carve, approximately .9\/1st fret, 1.0\/12 fret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale Length: 24.75\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Material: Dark Indian Rosewood, Hide Glue Fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Radius: 12\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber Of Frets: 22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets: Historic Medium-Jumbo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Material: Nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Width: 1.687\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd of Board Width: 2.24\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlays: Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuner Plating: Nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: ABR-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaddle Material: Nickel-plated Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning Machines: Kluson Single Line, Single Ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickguard: Laminated Cellulose Acetate Butyrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruss Rod: Authentic 1950s No-Tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruss Rod Cover: Authentic Stepped 2-Ply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl Knobs: Gold Butyrate Top Hats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitch Tip: Amber Catalin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitchwasher: Replica Cellulose Acetate Butyrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJack Plate Cover: Laminated Cellulose Acetate Butyrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl Covers: Black Royalite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrap Buttons: Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting Rings: M69 Cellulose Acetate Butyrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup Covers: Authentic Profile Nickel Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eElectronics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Pickup: Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 Volume\/2 Tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper-in-Oil Capacitors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput Jack: Switchcraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMiscellaneous\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrings Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCase: VOS GWW Aged Reissue Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Certificate of Authenticity, extra backplate and pickup covers in case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\nManufacturer: Gibson\u003cbr\u003eModel: LPR59PLS18506\u003cbr\u003eSKU: I692282-N-922068-0-WHXD\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41350812467263,"sku":"I692282-N-922068","price":7499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/0972\/9087\/files\/b0782d9c-5320-40a8-828a-83dd460d8196.jpg?v=1738186419","url":"https:\/\/chucklevins.com\/products\/gibson-custom-shop-murphy-lab-1959-les-paul-standard-reissue-ultra-light-aged-lemon-tobacco-fade-chucksclusive-922068","provider":"Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}